Mathematical Encounters of the Second Kind
Mathematical Encounters of the Second Kind

Author: Philip J. Davis

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 316

ISBN-13: 9780817639396

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A memoir of mathematician Philip Davis's life and encounters, some actual and some imaginary, with a number of mathematicians and historical figures. His message focuses on the idea that mathematics can bring people into contacts with each other across centuries, oceans, and cultural difference. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

The Storyteller's Thesaurus
The Storyteller's Thesaurus

Author: Troll Lord Games

Publisher: Troll Lord Games

Published: 2015-04-30

Total Pages: 551

ISBN-13: 9781936822355

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Writers, game designers, teachers, and students ~this is the book youve been waiting for! Written by storytellers for storytellers, this volume offers an entirely new approach to word finding. Browse the pages within to see what makes this book different:

Buckland's Complete Book of Witchcraft
Buckland's Complete Book of Witchcraft

Author: Raymond Buckland

Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide

Published: 1986

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 0875420508

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"This complete self-study course in modern Wicca is a treasured classic - an essential and trusted guide that belongs in every witch's library."---Back cover

New American Roget's College Thesaurus in Dictionary Form (Revised &Updated)
New American Roget's College Thesaurus in Dictionary Form (Revised &Updated)

Author: Philip D. Morehead

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2002-07-01

Total Pages: 913

ISBN-13: 1101220082

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The ultimate alphabetically arranged thesaurus that will help you find the right word every time—now bigger and better than ever before! This all-new edition of the classic reference work is the one thesaurus no home or office should be without. As easy to use as a dictionary—and just as important for you to own—this is a unique and indispensable treasury of words that will enable you to express your ideas clearly and effectively. With the synonyms and antonyms for each word listed alphabetically for quick, convenient use, this superior reference volume will help you build your vocabulary, improve your writing skills, and enrich your powers of expression. • Simple to use—no index required • More than 5,000 new words and phrases • 2,000 new synonym entry words for more efficient cross-referencing • 30 new categories • Easy-to-read double-column format • Latest colloquial and slang terms • Quotations and phrases that reveal the fascinating history of each word and the ideas it represents

The Gothic Imagination
The Gothic Imagination

Author: John C. Tibbetts

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2011-10-10

Total Pages: 841

ISBN-13: 0230337961

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This book brings together the author's interviews with many prominent figures in fantasy, horror, and science fiction to examine the traditions and extensions of the gothic mode of storytelling over the last 200 years and its contemporary influence on film and media.

How to Read the Cards for Yourself and Others (Chakra Wisdom Oracle)
How to Read the Cards for Yourself and Others (Chakra Wisdom Oracle)

Author: Tori Hartman

Publisher: Watkins Media Limited

Published: 2017-07-18

Total Pages: 383

ISBN-13: 1786780461

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This easy-to-use, step-by-step guide will help readers gain a profound understanding of how to work with Tori Hartman’s bestselling Chakra Wisdom Oracle Cards This book is aimed at all those who want to work with the hugely successful Chakra Wisdom Oracle Cards—whether they are seeking to read for themselves at a more profound level, to learn to read for friends and family, or even to start professional readings for clients. It offers a useful starting point for those new to the cards, as well as enhanced information not featured elsewhere for those already proficient in using them. This highly practical book offers step-by-step instructions on how to prepare for and conduct a reading session, whether you are working on your own or with others. It includes multiple exercises and covers every aspect of oracle card reading, such as: • The difference between an oracle and the tarot • How to bypass your conscious mind and trust your intuition • How to contact and work with the Great Spirits through the cards • How to engage the “neutral observer” • How to interpret the 49 Chakra Wisdom Oracle Cards through the Seven Aspects • Developing your own personalized spreads • The ethics of reading for others and how to do so safely This is a must-read for anyone interested in using oracle cards and taking their skills to the next level.

Chakra Wisdom
Chakra Wisdom

Author: Stephen Canning

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2020-03-09

Total Pages: 70

ISBN-13: 0244569851

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The Chakra Wisdom book will inspire & encourage you to be the best version of yourself as you unfold towards your highest potential. This book is specifically designed to help you decipher what your body & mind are communicating to you by way of symptoms as well as enhancing your mindfulness skills. This book can be used as a personal growth tool that will assist you in consciously moving forward & gaining a deeper understanding of the body/mind/spirit connection that is expressed via the chakra system in your body. You will gain clarity as to which thoughts, affirmations & other tools will support & encourage your personal growth, health & wellbeing. Many 'life lessons' are identified by observing your symptoms & learning to listen to your body's whispers before they turn into screams for attention. Where & how the symptoms manifest can help determine which Chakra is 'wanting' your attention, which in turn will point to a certain attitude, mindset & lifestyle your body would love you to adopt.

Roget's Super Thesaurus
Roget's Super Thesaurus

Author: Marc McCutcheon

Publisher: Writers Digest Books

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 667

ISBN-13: 9781582972534

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With more than 100,000 copies sold, Roget's Superthesaurus continues to be one resource that writers can't live without. Yet its large size makes it difficult to carry to coffee shops, writer's groups, and even to class. Finally, all of its invaluable information is now available in a pocket-size, value-priced format. Inside, users will still receive the same content they've come to depend on, including: * More than 400,000 synonyms and antonyms, organized in a clear and accessible way * The indispensable time-saving ``Word Find'' reverse dictionary * Vocabulary builders illustrated with sample sentences and well-known quotations Perfect for writers, students, and even the office, this book is a must-have reference.

Theorising the Fantastic
Theorising the Fantastic

Author: Lucie Armitt

Publisher: Hodder Education

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 205

ISBN-13: 9780340605875

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This book analyzes the current position that literary fantasy and the fantastic holds within the literary mainstream. The author combines theoretical discussion with a series of in-depth readings of nineteenth- and twentieth-century texts, including the Alice books, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and Briefing for a Descent into Hell.

TSR Inc
TSR Inc

Author: Ed Greenwood

Publisher: TSR

Published: 1996-09-01

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780786904464

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